No, this isn't a post about Hawaiian Airlines or Aloha Airlines. Rather, Aloha Pualani is about the departure of Ka'iwi's latest pup and the reopening of the stretch of popular beach that the duo has been occupying. … [Read more...] about Aloha Pualani!
Waikiki
Be Prepared for Gridlock in Waikiki
On Thursday, a water main under Kalakaua Avenue broke, flooding the thoroughfare and snarling traffic. Unfortunately, you're still going to have to be prepared for gridlock in Waikiki as workers scramble to make repairs. … [Read more...] about Be Prepared for Gridlock in Waikiki
Monk Seals Close a Portion of Waikiki Beach
That's right, Monk Seals close a portion of Waikiki Beach, as another mother gives birth on the bustling beach. Like all the previous births, this one occurred on Kaimana Beach. Unlike last time, though, it's Ka'iwi - not Rocky - that gave birth, and the closure is MUCH bigger this time around. … [Read more...] about Monk Seals Close a Portion of Waikiki Beach
My Preferred Waikiki Marriotts
Recently, I completed my Ultimate Guide to Marriott Hotels in Waikiki, which is something that's been years in the making. But now, I want to go over my preferred Waikiki Marriotts split up by different stay styles. … [Read more...] about My Preferred Waikiki Marriotts
Review: Junbi Waikiki
Hawaii has no shortage of milk tea/boba spots. But one of our newer options, Junbi Waikiki, does things a bit differently. At Junbi, they focus on Japanese matcha rather than black teas and Chinese teas. … [Read more...] about Review: Junbi Waikiki
Checking Out Stix Asia Waikiki
During our recent stay in Waikiki, we decided to pop into Stix Asia Waikiki for lunch. Recently opened, Stix Asia Waikiki replaces a similar concept that used to occupy its space - Waikiki Yokocho. And if you've been to Yokocho, Walking into Stix, you might get hit with a sense of deja vu. … [Read more...] about Checking Out Stix Asia Waikiki
Review: Sheraton Princess Kaiulani
It's official! I've finally stayed at all of the Marriott properties in Waikiki with my recent stay at the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani. To be honest, I could've stayed here long ago, but I just couldn't get myself to do so. Recently, though, I decided to finally pull the trigger. … [Read more...] about Review: Sheraton Princess Kaiulani
Waikiki Beach Marriott City View Junior Suite
Recently, the Island Milers needed a hotel in Honolulu for a couple of nights. Not wanting to relive our Surfjack nightmare, we booked our old stand-by and got to check out the Waikiki Beach Marriott City View Junior Suite, which is now one of my favorite room types at the hotel. … [Read more...] about Waikiki Beach Marriott City View Junior Suite
The City is Shrinking Kuhio Avenue
There are two main thoroughfares through Waikiki - Kalakaua Avenue and Kuhio Avenue. For some reason, The City is shrinking Kuhio Avenue as a way to "improve" safety, though I think this is a terrible mistake. … [Read more...] about The City is Shrinking Kuhio Avenue
Beachside Brunch at Hau Tree
In mid-August, Mrs. Island Miler and I visited Koalani and Rocky one last time. Having spent more time there this time, we got hungry and decided to have an impromptu beachside brunch at Hau Tree. It's too bad we couldn't see the seals from where we were seated. … [Read more...] about Beachside Brunch at Hau Tree